Dublin vs York

Dublin and York are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Dublin is on the cooler side at 8°C, requiring warmer clothing. York is cooler at 7°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, York is the stronger choice in December. Dublin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dublin reaches an average high of 8°C (46°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

York averages 7°C (45°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Dublin receives approximately 76 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

York sees 59 mm over 11 rain days. That makes York the drier option by 2 rain days and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.